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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Little Anne, little grace
- Origin
- French (diminutive of Anne)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- uh-NET
Annette is the French diminutive of Anne, meaning "little Anne" or "little grace." It's pronounced uh-NET, and it sits squarely in timeless, classic, vintage territory. If you want a name with a clear meaning and an established vintage feel rather than a trendy invention, Annette fits that brief.
Meaning & Origin of Annette
Meaning: Little Anne, little grace.
Origin: French (diminutive of Anne).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Annette
uh-NETIPA /əˈnɛt/
Popularity of Annette
Annette hit its high point in 1960, ranking #62 with 7,136 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had dropped to #1304, with only 176 babies named Annette.
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FAQ
What does the name Annette mean?
Little Anne, little grace. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Annette?
Annette is pronounced uh-NET (IPA: /əˈnɛt/).
Is Annette a popular name right now?
Annette peaked at #62 in 1960 and is ranked #1304 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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